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About the Role

50 Sport is seeking an in-house Talent Manager for a fixed-term contract (up to 6 months) to attract, develop, and retain talent within the agency. This role is key to shaping the future of 50 Sport and requires a deep understanding of the creative agency environment and a passion for connecting with top talent.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment across all departments, including Creative, Editorial, Strategy, Client Services, Production, and Operations.
• Collaborate with department heads to define hiring needs, role specifications, and recruitment strategies.
• Develop creative sourcing strategies to attract individuals with a passion for sport, utilizing channels like job boards, social media, networking, and industry events.
• Screen applications, conduct initial interviews, and assess candidates' fit with the role and agency culture.
• Support the HR team with the offer process, salary negotiation, and onboarding of new hires.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Monitor recruitment metrics and provide regular reporting to hiring teams.
• Stay up-to-date on recruitment trends, market salary benchmarks, and industry best practices.
• Build a strong employer brand that reflects 50 Sport's culture and commitment to excellence.
• Work with the Marketing team to manage market presence and attract top talent.
• Network within the sport industry and attend relevant events to raise 50 Sport's profile.
• Collaborate with the Operations team to ensure a welcoming and engaging onboarding experience for new hires.
• Support the implementation of training programs to develop employee skills and foster career progression.
• Assist in the performance review process, providing guidance to managers and ensuring constructive feedback.
• Identify high-potential employees and create development plans to support their growth.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment by running cultural activities and social events.
• Champion 50 Sport's expected behaviors and ensure a culture of inclusivity and respect.

Requirements

• Proven experience in talent acquisition, ideally within an agency, marketing, or sports-related environment.
• Team player with experience working with Exec level; experience at Board and CEO level is advantageous.
• Strong network within the sports industry.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Passion for sports and a desire to contribute to a dynamic, growing agency.
• Self-sufficient and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Talent Acquisition
• Recruitment Strategy
• Candidate Sourcing
• Interviewing
• Onboarding
• Talent Pipeline Management
• Employer Branding
• Networking
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Skills

Location

• Hybrid

Work Type

• Fixed-term contract
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working hours

Experience Level

• Mid-level

Benefits

• Hybrid working with flexible working hours (3 Days in our offices required per week)
• 23 days holiday (+ additional 1 day for each year of service capped at 5)
• Employee Incentive Scheme
• Private health insurance
• 1 x paid Wellness Day off
• 1 x paid volunteering day
• Your birthday off
• Agency Christmas close down
• Paid 4-week sabbatical after 5 years’ service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike2Work scheme
• Training and development budget
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Referral awards
• Onsite gym
• Regular company socials

About the Company

• 50 Sport is The Sports Entertainment Agency.
• We build and grow social communities, deliver entertainment-led creative campaigns, and drive sponsorship value, connecting fans, brands, and rights holders worldwide.
• We unite sport, entertainment, and culture through industry-leading creativity, social media, strategy, and performance for clients including Ferrari F1 Team, FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA Club World Cup 2025, Prime Video Sport, and Qatar Airways.

Equal Opportunity

• We recognise the importance and power of diversity within our business and, as such, we ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all candidates.
• We do not discriminate based upon the grounds of gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, religious or similar belief.
• Every individual will be treated with respect.
• We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know.